24 November 2021, Plenary Sessions (Hybrid)
25 November – 3 December 2021, Thematic Tracks (Online)
On 25 October, the Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES) will open registration for the Thematic Tracks of the 13th International Forum for Sustainable Asia and the Pacific (ISAP2021) to those who wish to participate. Plenary Sessions will take place on Wednesday, 24 November at Pacifico Yokohama and online, and Thematic Tracks will be held online from Thursday, 25 November to Friday, 3 December. Held annually in Japan, the Forum features a range of front-line experts and diverse stakeholders in discussions on sustainable development in Asia and the Pacific.
The overall theme of ISAP2021 is "The Decisive Decade: Towards Integrated Solutions to Climate, Biodiversity and Other Planetary Challenges". Discussions from various perspectives will focus on what approaches we need to take now for the decade up to 2030, which will be the turning point for realising the transition to a sustainable society.
ISAP2021 webpage
Registration for Thematic Tracks
<<Selected Thematic Tracks>>
Thematic Track 1 Thursday, 25 November, 15:00-16:00 JST
Nature-based Solutions for Accelerating Climate Change Adaptation – Challenges and Possibilities for the Asia-Pacific
Thematic Track 2 15:00-16:200 JST 26th November
Result of Article 6 of Paris Agreement and Future Perspectives on the Carbon Market
Thematic Track 6 15:00-16:00 JST 30th November
Strategies towards Net-zero Emissions in Asia: Incremental and Transformative Scenarios
Thematic Track 7 Tuesday, 30 November, 18:00-19:00 JST
A Hydrogen-based Society: Can Japan Promote Green Hydrogen Production in Asia?
Thematic Track 8 Wednesday 1 December, 15:00-16:00 JST
1.5℃ Lifestyles - Co-creation of Decarbonised Society through Collaboration among Citizens, Business and Government
Thematic Track 10 Thursday, 2 December, 11:00-12:00 JST
Landscape Approaches for Biodiversity, Climate Change and Sustainable Development Co-benefits
Thematic Track 11 Thursday, 2 December, 15:00-16:20 JST
Riverine Microplastics Pollution in ASEAN Countries – Current State of Knowledge
Thematic Track 14 Friday, 3 December, 15:00-16:00 JST
Zero-carbon Cities – The Implications of COP26 and Beyond
To see the complete list of Thematic Tracks, and for more information, please visit the ISAP webpage.
<<Dates>>
Plenary Sessions: 24 November 2021
Thematic Tracks: 25 November – 3 December 2021
<<Venue>>
Plenary Sessions: Pacifico Yokohama and online (Zoom)
Thematic Tracks: Online (Zoom)
<<Organiser>>
Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES)
<<Language>>
Japanese/English (Simultaneous translation)
<<Dedicated ISAP Website & Registration>>
https://isap.iges.or.jp/2021/en/index.html
<<Registration for the Plenary Sessions is also open>>
There are five Plenary Sessions: three focused on "Biodiversity", "Climate Change" and the "SDGs", a "Relay Talk" by speakers from these panels, and "Vision 2050" which focuses on societal transition by the private sector.
Please register below to attend discussions by distinguished speakers on the current state of key global environmental issues.
Registration for remote participation in the Plenary Sessions
Registration for in-person participation at the Plenary Sessions
For more information, please contact:
Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES)
ISAP2021 Secretariat
E-mail: [email protected]
TEL: 046-855-3720 FAX: 046-855-3809
Communications Director
SHO Kanae
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About the International Forum for Sustainable Asia and the Pacific (ISAP)
The International Forum for Sustainable Asia and the Pacific (ISAP) is held annually to share information and facilitate diverse discussions on sustainable development in Asia and the Pacific, with the participation of front-line experts and diverse stakeholders from international organisations, governments, businesses and NGOs. The Forum serves as a venue for up-to-date discussions and knowledge/information sharing with a wide range of practitioners.
ISAP2021 webpage: https://isap.iges.or.jp/2021/en/index.html